Beverly Bowles v. HHS - Influenza, Guillain-Barré syndrome (2024)

Beverly Bowles filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging that she suffered Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) as a result of an influenza vaccine she received on October 30, 2020. The respondent, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding that Ms.

Bowles is entitled to compensation. The respondent agreed that her claim satisfies the Table criteria for GBS resulting from a seasonal flu vaccine and that she met all legal prerequisites for compensation.

A Ruling on Entitlement was issued on July 17, 2024, finding her entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on October 1, 2024, the respondent filed a Proffer on award of compensation, which Ms.

Bowles agreed to. The Chief Special Master awarded Ms.

Bowles a total of $197,727.64, consisting of $197,000.00 for pain and suffering and $727.64 for unreimbursable expenses. This award represents compensation for all damages available under the Act.